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Spotify is turning the spotlight toward the next wave of African music innovators with its latest RADAR Africa picks: Nigerian Afrobeats talent FOLA and South African Afro House DJ and producer Thakzin. As part of Spotify’s ongoing commitment to discovering and amplifying emerging voices across Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), RADAR continues to champion boundary-pushing ....
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South African sensation Tyla and Nigerian superstar Ayra Starr will join music legends The Weeknd and Shakira on stage at the 2025 Global Citizen Festival in New York’s Central Park on September 27. The star-studded event, hosted for the 11th time by Australian actor Hugh Jackman, will blend high-energy performances and bold activism in a bid to drive change across several […]
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South African Afro-soul singer Nhoza and internationally renowned producer Rich Gee have joined forces on Andiyazi—a spiritually rich, genre-blending anthem that is captivating audiences across borders. The track, rooted in isiXhosa, draws from South Africa’s deep oral traditions, offering an emotionally charged listening experience that speaks to both heritage and global sound. Since its release, Andiyazi has surpassed […]
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APPLICATION DEADLINE THIS JULY 13TH Two-time GRAMMY® Award-winning singer, songwriter, and producer, Tems announces today the launch of the Leading Vibe Initiative, a groundbreaking platform designed to support, connect and amplify young women in music across Africa, with a vision to expand its impact globally. Programming commences this August in Lagos, Nigeria by providing emerging artists, songwriters […]
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South African SAMA-nominated artist Rowlene has officially released her new EP, Moments After, now available across all major streaming platforms via ONErpm. The project marks a powerful return for the R&B and Afro-pop singer-songwriter, weaving raw emotion, introspective storytelling, and rich sonic textures into a six-track journey of healing and reinvention. Building on the momentum of her singles Breakaway and Don’t Give […]
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The Recording Academy recently announced that, starting with the 68th Grammy Awards, there will be a “Best Album Cover” category. But what if this category had always existed? Fela Kuti’s politically charged “Original Suffer Head” could have clinched the prize, as could have Lady Donli’s “Enjoy Your Life.” Likewise, rapper A-Reece’s “Today’s Tragedy, Tomorrow’s Memory,” The Cavemen’s […]
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Apple Gule, one of South Africa’s most compelling vocalists and storytellers, returns with a bold new offering that redefines musical boundaries and spotlights the power of collaboration. His latest single, “Grizzly” featuring acclaimed Zulu lyricist Anzo, is a genre-bending anthem that blends the soul of American country music with the heart of South African storytelling. With “Grizzly”, Gule ushers […]
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